Bachelor of Science Biotechnology (Hons)

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Apr, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM60,650

Course Highlights

  • The start to a great career in Biotechnology in the areas of industry, medicine and environmental research
  • Gain knowledge on biology, chemistry, bioprocess engineering, plant and animal biotechnology, statistics, genetics, genetic engineering, immunology, cellular and molecular biology, Recombinant DNA technology and more
  • Career opportunities include academician, scientist, expert in industries, quality analyst, product specialist, entrepreneur and so on in biotechnology and allied fields
  • Future proof yourself through an education beyond classroom and textbooks

Course Structure

Semester 1:

  • Basic Chemistry
  • Biostatistics for Biotechnologist
  • Biophysics and Instrumentation
  • English for Academic Purpose
  • Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (TITAS)
  • Malaysian Studies for International Students
  • Introduction to Biotechnology
  • Developmental Biology

Semester 2:

  • Cell Structure and Dynamics
  • Genetics
  • Basic Microbiology
  • English for Academic Writing
  • Hubungan Ethnik
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 for International Students
  • Bioprocessing
  • Cell and Tissue Culture

Semester 3:

  • Plant Biotechnology
  • Biochemistry
  • Genomics and Proteomics
  • Animal Breeding
  • Youth Development
  • Microbial Biotechnology
  • Elective I

Semester 4:

  • Molecular Diagnosis
  • Bio Techniques
  • Immunology & Immunotechnology
  • Research Methodology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Elective II
  • IPR, Biosafety and Bio-Ethics

Short-Sem:

  • Industrial Training

Semester 5:

  • Entrepreneurship Development (MPU 2)
  • Nano Biotechnology/Drug Delivery
  • Recombinant DNA Technology
  • Research Project I
  • Elective III

Semester 6:

  • Bioinformatics for Biologist
  • Personal & Professional Development
  • Research Project II
  • Community Service
  • Elective IV
  • Elective V

Medical Biotechnology:

Elective I/Elective II:

  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Human Molecular Genetics
  • Self-Study and Review in Medical Biotechnology

Elective III/Elective IV/Elective V:

  • Molecular Therapeutics
  • Applications and Advancements of Medical Biotechnology
  • Stem Cell Technology
  • Recent Topics in Medical Biotechnology

Agricultural Biotechnology:

Elective I/Elective II:

  • Plant Tissue Culture Techniques
  • Plant Molecular Biology and Plant Genetic Engineering
  • Self-Study and Review in Agricultural Biotechnology

Elective III/Elective IV/Elective V:

  • Advancements in Plant Biotechnology
  • Bio Fertilizers and Bio Pesticides
  • Genetically Modified Plants
  • Recent Topics in Agricultural Biotechnology

Animal Biotechnology:

Elective I/Elective II:

  • Animal Tissue Culture Technology
  • Animal Genetic Engineering
  • Self-Study and Review in Animal Biotechnology

Elective III/Elective IV/Elective V:

  • Advancements in Animal Biotechnology
  • Aquatic Biotechnology
  • Genetically Modified Animals
  • Recent Topics in Animal Biotechnology

Industrial Biotechnology:

Elective I/Elective II:

  • Bioprocess & Biochemical Engineering
  • Food Processing and Preservation
  • Self-Study and Review in Industrial Biotechnology

Elective III/Elective IV/Elective V:

  • Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
  • Enzymology and Enzyme Technology
  • Beverages and Alcohols
  • Recent Topics in Industrial Biotechnology

Environmental Biotechnology:

Elective I/Elective II:

  • Biodegradation and Bioremediation
  • Biomass and Bio Products
  • Self-Study and Review in Environmental Biotechnology

Elective III/Elective IV/Elective V:

  • Advancements in Environmental Biotechnology
  • Molecular Ecology
  • Bio-energy and Biotransformation
  • Recent Topics in Environmental Biotechnology

Entry Requirements

  • STPM:
    • Pass with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects, or its equivalent; AND
    • Possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
  • STAM:
    • Pass with a minimum grade of Jayyid, or its equivalent; AND
    • Possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent; OR
  • Matriculation/Foundation:
    • Minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent, AND
    • Possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent; OR
  • Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in a related field:
    • Minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.

Note: The credit requirement at SPM level for candidate in categories above can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM/STAM/Diploma/Matriculation/Foundation level are equivalent/higher.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM0

Tuition fees

RM72,660

RM60,650

  • Scholarship

Other miscellaneous fees

RM9,050

Discounts & scholarships

-RM800

  • Exclusive
  • Waiver

Total payable amount

RM68,900

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Scholarships

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor

Haji Abdullah's Elite Scholars (HABES) Program

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor

Athletic Excellence Award (AEA)

Amount

Up to 50% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor

School Teachers Scholarship

Amount

RM4,000 tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, PhD by Research, PhD by Coursework, Master's Degree by Coursework, Master's Degree by Research

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor

Family Scholarship

Amount

RM4,000 tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, PhD by Research, PhD by Coursework, Master's Degree by Coursework, Master's Degree by Research

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor

Single Parent Scholarship

Amount

RM4,000 tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, PhD by Research, PhD by Coursework, Master's Degree by Coursework, Master's Degree by Research

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor

Diversity Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor

Staff Enhancement & Educational Development (SEED) Fund

Amount

Tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, PhD by Research, PhD by Coursework, Master's Degree by Coursework, Master's Degree by Research

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor

The Bandar Saujana Putra Scholarship

Amount

Tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Certificate, Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor

MAHSA Special Scholarship

Amount

Tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Certificate, Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor

Continuing Education Scholarship

Amount

Tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

MAHSA University

Bandar Saujana Putra, Selangor

Alumni Scholarship

Amount

Tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Certificate, Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

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